Next Admit College Admissions Blog

MARCH 13, 2024

Cornell University, known for its academic rigor and diverse community, sets high standards for its applicants. Among the various elements of the college application process, standardized testing plays a significant role. This article delves into Cornell-specific ACT requirements and Cornell ACT scores.

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Top Tier Admissions

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

This morning, Dartmouth College announced that they are reactivating the standardized testing requirement for undergraduate admission, effective with the Class of 2029. Second, in a test-optional system, many applicants don’t submit test scores.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

MAY 4, 2024

In this article, we’ll explore how these standards translate to Northwestern’s SAT scores and requirements. The remaining 22% omitted standardized test scores from their applications. Northwestern’s SAT code for submitting official test scores is 1565. When should I take the SAT for Northwestern?

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PrepScholar

MARCH 21, 2023

students, it will be one of the most significant changes the company has made to the standardized test in its 97-year history. This major transition is intended to make the exam more equitable and to reduce test-taking anxiety by aligning the format with how students are already learning online.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

MARCH 13, 2024

Cornell University, known for its academic excellence and diverse community, holds its applicants to high standards. In this article, we’ll explore how those standards relate to Cornell SAT scores and requirements. Make sure to also check out our articles on Cornell’s ACT stats and requirements!

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DC College Counseling

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

YALE UNIVERSITY REVERSES COURSE TO BEGIN REQUIRING STANDARDIZED TEST SCORES AGAIN Yale announced the results of an internal study which demonstrated that standardized test scores are the best predictor of undergraduate student success on their campus. But what exactly does that mean in real-world terms?

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DC College Counseling

MARCH 12, 2024

BROWN, PENN, AND UT AUSTIN ANNOUNCE TESTING POLICY UPDATES Last week, Brown announced that they will reinstate the standardized testing requirement for the Class of 2029 (current high school juniors). The new version is also significantly shorter than it was in the past, coming in at just over two hours with only two sections.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

APRIL 20, 2024

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) holds its applicants to high standards in line with its reputation for academic excellence. In this article, we’ll explore MIT’s ACT requirements and breakdown of MIT ACT scores. Additionally, check out our companion article discussing MIT’s SAT expectations !

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

MARCH 14, 2024

Dartmouth College, known for its academic excellence and strong sense of community, sets high standards for its applicants. In this article, we will explore Dartmouth’s SAT scores and requirements to help you understand what it takes to stand out in the admissions process. What is the average SAT score at Dartmouth?

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

MARCH 6, 2024

The University of Pennsylvania provides a world-renowned education, so it’s unsurprising they set high standards for their applicants. This article delves into the specifics of UPenn’s ACT requirements and statistics. Be sure to explore our other articles covering University of Pennsylvania’s SAT and GPA expectations!

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Solomon Admissions

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

For a guide to help you navigate college planning each year of high school, , visit this article. This article will provide you with general information to help you prepare for college. Your academic profile consists of several aspects: grades, class schedule rigor, and standardized test scores.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

MARCH 2, 2024

In this article, we will explore the nuances of Columbia University’s SAT scores and requirements, shedding light on the data provided. Columbia University has adopted a test-optional admissions policy. This means that applicants are not required to submit standardized test scores. Should I go test-optional?

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

MARCH 14, 2024

Dartmouth College, renowned for its academic excellence and vibrant community, sets high standards for its applicants. In this article, we will delve into Dartmouth’s ACT scores and requirements to help you understand what it takes to stand out in the admissions process. What is the average ACT score at Dartmouth?

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DC College Counseling

JANUARY 9, 2024

These are visual representations which plot application outcomes on graphs with GPA and standardized test scores of past applicants from that high school, without sharing identifying information of the applicants.

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Ivy College Essay

MAY 11, 2023

Applicants should also have a high GPA, competitive standardized test scores (SAT or ACT), and a demonstrated passion for learning. To apply to Columbia University, applicants must submit several components, including transcripts, standardized test scores, recommendation letters, essays, and an activity list.

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Top Tier Admissions

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

See Highlights From The Dartmouth Article Below: Dartmouth College admitted a record-low 17% of applicants during its binding Early Decision round following an all-time high of 3,550 students applying — an 18% jump from last year’s applicant pool. Dartmouth has an undergraduate enrollment of about 4,500, most of whom live on campus.

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Discovery College Consulting

MARCH 8, 2023

News & World Report article on senioritis. The article explains how senioritis and a resulting drop in grades second semester can pose a threat to one’s college acceptances. News article about summer programs for high school students. Sara was previously interviewed for a U.S.

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PrepScholar

MAY 15, 2023

In this article, we’ll walk you through Harvard’s current testing policies and the testing policies at top 25 universities. We’ll also explain whether test scores still matter at test optional schools and how to make decisions about standardized testing. There’s a lot to cover, so let’s dive in.

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Spark Admissions

JUNE 7, 2023

Although many colleges and universities have become or are becoming test-optional , it is undeniable that top-ranked schools still prefer to see strong standardized test scores if possible. A strong test score can fortify an applicant’s other academic and intellectual strengths in the admissions process.

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DC College Counseling

DECEMBER 5, 2023

BEST ARTICLES OF THE WEEK While you should take some of this with a grain of salt—schools like Vanderbilt, Wash U, and Emory are not exactly "Plan B" for even the most qualified applicants out there—maybe Plan A-Part 2?— The complete list of changes is available to the public.

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Ivy College Essay

JANUARY 2, 2024

This article explores the key factors that admissions committees typically consider when evaluating transfer applications. These could include a portfolio for certain art programs, additional standardized test scores, or a writing sample. Want more help with your college or Ivy League transfer applications?

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 1, 2024

SEE HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE STANFORD DAILY ARTICLE BELOW: Although incoming Class of 2028 students who applied in the early round heard back from Stanford University in December 2023, Stanford has abstained from reporting admissions data, other than what is federally required, since 2018.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

MARCH 17, 2024

Brown University, known for its rigorous academic standards, sets high expectations for applicants. In this article, we will delve into Brown’s specific ACT requirements and the average ACT scores for admitted students. Don’t forget to check out our article on Brown’s SAT expectations as well!

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Ivy College Essay

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

In this article, we’ll explore the intersection of mental health and college admissions, highlighting the importance of balance, self-care, and seeking support during this critical phase of life. The pressure to maintain perfect GPAs, perform exceptionally on standardized tests, and craft the ideal college essay can be overwhelming.

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Ivy College Essay

MAY 10, 2023

In this article, we will discuss some insider advice for students who are applying to Princeton University this year. This means taking challenging classes, maintaining a high GPA, and performing well on standardized tests like the SAT or ACT. Following this advice can only increase your chances of admission!

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Ivy Central

JULY 6, 2022

Through my discussions with students working with Ivy Central, I have noticed an increase in students expressing an interest in a career in law; with that in mind, in this article and the next, I will show you how to become a lawyer. This guide focuses on the US, and in my next article, I will look at the UK.

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Admissions.Blog

AUGUST 1, 2023

He is the author of several best-selling Barron’s books, and though we’ve already published valuable first impressions about the digital SAT , I’m eager learn from Stewart more about this new standardized testing experience and how it differs from the soon-to-be-retired paper SAT.

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SSA Online College Prep

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Taking the PSAT is a great way to get used to standardized testing before the SAT! Take the PSAT Standardized tests are a large component of college applications and admissions. The best way to prepare for these tests is to take as many practice tests as you can and familiarize yourself with how the questions are asked.

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Anna Ivey Consulting

JANUARY 10, 2023

For great tips on improving teen sleep, check out this article from Dr. Craig Canapari, director of the Yale Pediatric Sleep Center. Take practice tests. It turns out you will still benefit from practice testing as long as the practice test addresses the same subject matter. So where do you find practice tests?

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Admissions Village

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Duke also came out with an announcement this week that said they will no longer assign a numerical score to standardized test scores, SAT or ACT or students’ essays. Yet 93% of Duke applicants submit standardized testing, and according to Duke, scores and the content of their essays will still be a part of their admissions review.

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Admissions.Blog

JUNE 12, 2023

This article by Susan Kehl was originally published at ScoreAtTheTop.com on May 31, 2023. How have the first international tests fared? What will the change mean to future test-takers? Score At The Top offers the most effective standardized test preparation available. Need help to prepare for the digital SAT?

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Ivy Central

APRIL 12, 2023

As part of this program, students understand sports analyses in articles and create their own projects. As part of this program, students understand sports analyses in articles and create their own projects. This program is taught by Wharton Professor Adi Wyner and guest faculty. A minimum of 3.5

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Top Tier Admissions

AUGUST 9, 2023

homework assignments, studying for exams, standardized test prep, extra-curriculars, athletics, etc.) Jen has worked in psychology, journalism, marketing, and teaching roles throughout her career and published several peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters.

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College Essay Guy

MARCH 27, 2023

This article will take you through the most important things to keep in mind when applying to Arizona State University. If your GPA is lower than suggested at the time you apply, you may have to perform above average on your standardized tests. According to the ASU requirements, it does not matter which application you use.

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SSA Online College Prep

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Now, you can recall what was tricky or confusing on test day, and review your scores to see where improvements can be made. Understand that these standardized tests are not intelligence tests, they’re not the end-all be-all, and you now have the insight you need to try again even more prepared than before.

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SSA Online College Prep

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Study for the SAT and/or the ACT Junior year is the best time to start taking standardized tests for college. Over the summer before your junior year, try to take practice tests and study for the exams, and over the course of the year, take a couple actual ones until you get a score you’re happy with.

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Great College Advice

JANUARY 28, 2023

If you want to read more about how best to prepare for summer, read this article. Read this article. Nothing can help prepare you for the English language portions of the standardized testing than reading. Talk to potential employers. Also talk to your parents about their expectations and budgetary realities.

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